Palas
Palas is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Palash is the gram panchayat of Palas village.
Here you can discover what makes Palas unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Palas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palas is 423732. The village spans a total geographical area of 315 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766023. Junagarh is nearest town to Palas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Palas
Population of Palas
According to the 2011 Census, Palas has a total population of about 2,491, with approximately 1,285 males and 1,206 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 272 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.15%, with male literacy at about 65.29% and female literacy near 42.29%. There are around 648 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,491 | 1,285 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 151 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 140 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 839 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,142 | 446 | 696 |
Connectivity of Palas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palas. As per the 2011 stats, Palas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palas
Knowing the nearby villages of Palas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palas
- Where is Palas located?
- Palas village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palas is Palash (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palas?
- The pincode of Palas is 766023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palas is 2,491, with 1,285 males and 1,206 females.
- How many households are there in Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palas village has a total of 648 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palas is 54.15%. The male literacy rate is 65.29%, while the female literacy rate is 42.29%.